Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School's student population of 706 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2896 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2896 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
706 students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School part of?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School located?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is located in the Fitzgerald And Marygrove neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Fitzgerald And Marygrove.
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